Strategic Program Director, Data & AI Transformation

VPS Elite Human Resources Consultancies LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

VPS Elite Human Resources Consultancies LLC is seeking a Program Director – Data; AI Transformation to lead large-scale enterprise transformation initiatives across Data, AI, Technology, and Digital Innovation.

The role requires 15+ years of program management and a proven track record in complex transformations, with strong governance, leadership, and executive communication skills. Arabic-speaking candidates are mandatory, with a preferred MBA and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in Program Management, Digital/Technology Transformation, Data, AI, or Enterprise Architecture.
• Proven experience managing complex, enterprise-scale transformation programs.
• Strong expertise in Data & AI Strategy, Governance, Operating Models & Value Realisation.
• Strong understanding of Enterprise Architecture, Data Platforms, Integration & Technology Strategy.
• Experience establishing or leading AI/Data Centres of Excellence (CoEs).
• Excellent C-suite communication and executive stakeholder management skills.
• Strong experience in program governance, financial management, risk management, and delivery assurance.
• Proven leadership experience managing senior teams and multiple cross-functional workstreams.
• Strong strategic thinking, influencing, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Arabic-speaking candidates are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale enterprise transformation initiatives across Data, AI, Technology, and Digital Innovation.
• Oversee governance, financial management, risk management, and delivery assurance for programs.
• Establish or lead AI/Data CoEs to drive value and operating maturity.
• Engage with C-suite and senior stakeholders to align on strategy and benefits.
• Direct multiple cross-functional teams and drive program governance and delivery.

Skills

Program Management

Digital Transformation

Data

AI

Enterprise Architecture

Governance

Executive Stakeholder Management

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Technology/Engineering/CS/Business Administration

MBA (preferred)

PMP / PgMP / PRINCE2 / TOGAF / SAFe / AI-Data certifications (advantage)

Job description

VPS Elite Human Resources Consultancies LLC is seeking a Program Director – Data; AI Transformation to lead large-scale enterprise transformation initiatives across Data, AI, Technology, and Digital Innovation.

The role requires 15+ years of program management and a proven track record in complex transformations, with strong governance, leadership, and executive communication skills. Arabic-speaking candidates are mandatory, with a preferred MBA and relevant certifications.